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Groundswell – April 2017 Story list 1. A plan for the community 2. ANZAC Day services in Surf Coast Shire 3. Community takes a lead role 4. Powerful projects 5. A positive move to become an environmental leader 6. Bag a green bargain at Anglesea Resale Shed 7. Draft budget 8. A new view at Bells Beach 9. Nominate now for Queen’s Baton Relay

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Groundswell – April 2017

Story list

1. A plan for the community

2. ANZAC Day services in Surf Coast Shire

3. Community takes a lead role

4. Powerful projects

5. A positive move to become an environmental leader

6. Bag a green bargain at Anglesea Resale Shed

7. Draft budget

8. A new view at Bells Beach

9. Nominate now for Queen’s Baton Relay

10. Youth focus

11. National Volunteer Week

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12. Relay For Life

13. Awards for Excellence

14. Burning off: important information

15. A safe approach

16. Taking it to the top: Great Ocean Road

17. Funding applications with active focus

18. Art space a canvas for local talent

19. Save the date for Surf Coast Arts Trail

20. A bold event for International Women’s Day

21. Torquay Town Centre Project

22. Stribling Reserve Masterplan breaks new ground

23. Get ready for The Fire Game

24. A White Ribbon Workplace

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25. All Aboard for an inclusive community

26. Mapping out accessible options for Winchelsea

27. Looking to the future: Winchelsea Common

28. Kicking off the season with a new oval

29. Community centre takes shape

30. Kinder applications to open

31. Festivals and events

32. Markets and fairs

A plan for the community

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Community wellbeing, environmental leadership, balancing growth, a vibrant economy and a high performing Council – these are the themes you can provide feedback on in the draft Council Plan 2017-2021.

Incorporating the Health and Wellbeing Plan, the Council Plan focuses on areas where Council endeavours to make a significant difference and sets the direction for organisational priorities for the next four years and beyond.

The draft plan was shaped by community feedback earlier this year, with more than 900 people contributing to a survey. Targeted engagement activities for people under 25 and over 65 were also carried out.

With the plan underpinning how Council can meet the needs and aspirations of the community, people across Surf Coast Shire are encouraged to provide feedback on the draft.

The Plan is available for comment until Thursday 11 May 2017 at www.surfcoastconversations.com.au.

ANZAC Day services in the Surf Coast Shire

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AngleseaMarch sets off at 9.30am from corner Great Ocean Road and Noble

streets. Concludes at the RSL, 30 Murray Street. Immediately

followed by ANZAC Day service.

LorneDawn Service at ANZAC Memorial Park, Mountjoy Parade at 6.30am.

ANZAC Day service at Lorne Senior Citizens Hall at 11am, followed

by the march to ANZAC Memorial Park. At 12noon, all welcome to

refreshments at the Lorne Hotel followed by a traditional game of two-

up.

ModewarreRe-dedication service and unveiling of memorial plaque at Modewarre

Memorial Hall, Cape Otway Road at 1pm. Followed by light afternoon

tea and sausage sizzle.

TorquayDawn service at Point Danger at 5.45am. Followed by Gunfire

Breakfast from 7am. A free park and ride service is available. Park at

Spring Creek Reserve from 5am to 6am and catch the bus directly to

the service at Point Danger, returning to Spring Creek Reserve from

7am.

WinchelseaTrooping the Colour ceremony at Eastern Reserve, Hopkins Street at

10.30am followed by a service, light refreshments and a game of two-

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up.

Community takes a lead role

Community groups are taking a lead role in the Towards

Environmental Leadership program. The joint Council-community

initiative will support Surf Coast Shire to become an international

environmental leader.

With the program reliant on the community to play their part, local

groups have launched initiatives that will contribute to a more

sustainable future. Some of the groups demonstrating environmental

leadership:

Anglesea Community EnergyEnvironmentally-conscious locals striving towards a major

environmental goal – 100 per cent renewable energy in Anglesea.

Anglesea Community GardenPropagating herbs to start a herb garden at Anglesea Aged Care for

residents to enjoy.

Anglesea Resale ShedSelling reusable materials that are diverted from landfill

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Boomerang Bags and Torquay KindergartenAligning with the Plastic Wise Policy, a collaboration that provides

children with reusable material bags.

Community Garden 3221Teaming up with local businesses to maximise the garden’s compost

facility by collecting vegetable waste.

Eat Local MonthFeaturing events in April that support local producers in the Surf Coast

Shire.

View the Towards Environmental Leadership program at www.scsenvironmentalleadership.com

Powerful projects

Renewable energy projects are underway in the Surf Coast Shire

following the release of the 25% by 2020 Taskforce’s roadmap.

The 2017 roadmap outlines a plan to support the Surf Coast

community to contribute to the state government renewable energy

target of 25% by 2020.

Council is installing solar systems in community facilities including

Torquay Library, Lorne Visitor Information Centre, Winchelsea’s

Eastern Reserve and Jan Juc Kindergarten.

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In a partnership with Deakin University, Council is planning to install a

microgrid at the Community and Civic Precinct in the north of Torquay.

The micro grid will harness wind and solar power, and will have the

ability to store power using batteries.

The Positive Charge partnership is another initiative in the roadmap.

Council will continue to release details of key projects.

The renewable energy taskforce is part of the Towards Environmental

Leadership program.

A positive move to become an environmental leader

People can call on an independent energy expert to explore their solar

options and to gain energy advice.

Council has partnered with Positive Charge – a trusted not-for-profit

that will work on behalf of Council on a solar bulk-buy program. The

program encourages increased uptake of renewable energy systems

by making it easier and cheaper for people to install solar.

A travelling roadshow will be held across the shire in May. People can

attend to find out how solar works and if it might be right for you.

The components and installers are high quality at a fair price. Details

of the roadshow will be published in the Surf Coast Times and on

Council website.

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The partnership with Positive Charge aligns with the Towards

Environmental Leadership program. It will contribute to Council’s goal

for our Shire to generate 25% of energy from renewable sources by

2020.

To contact Positive Charge for a free quote, or for advice on how to be

more energy efficient, visit www.positivecharge.com.au or call 9385

8555.

Bag a green bargain at Anglesea Resale Shed

The saying ‘one person’s trash is another person’s treasure’ applies at

the Anglesea Resale Shed – an initiative supporting the environment

and the community.

Anglesea Community House started managing the resale shed in July

2014. It is run by local community groups on a rostered basis.

The resale shed sells items such as bric-a-brac, tools, building

materials, furniture and sporting goods that would otherwise end up in

landfill.

It is estimated about 75 tonnes of reusable materials are diverted from

landfill each year. From July 2014 to 1 December 2016, more than

$40,000 from sales has been distributed back to community groups,

with sales continuing to increase.

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Anglesea Ward councillors Libby Coker and Margot Smith presented

certificates to community groups in March, and announced the funds

they had received from their involvement in the shed over the previous

three months.

The resale shed is located at Anglesea Landfill and Transfer Station. It

is open Saturdays from 10am to 2pm.

Draft budget

People are invited to provide feedback on the draft 2017-18 budget,

with numerous ways to have your say.

The draft budget is available at

www.surfcoastconversations.com.au, while printed copies are

available for viewing at:

• Council office, 1 Merrijig Drive, Torquay

• Aireys Inlet, Anglesea, Lorne and Winchelsea post offices

• Lorne Visitor Information Centre

• Deans Marsh and Moriac general stores

• Torquay and mobile libraries servicing Surf Coast Shire, and

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• Community houses in Anglesea, Deans Marsh, Lorne and

Winchelsea.

People can ask questions and provide feedback at information

sessions across the shire. Details of the sessions will be published in

the Surf Coast Times and on Council website.

Submissions are to be received by Thursday 11 May 2017, via

• www.surfcoastconversations.com.au

• emailing [email protected] with the subject header

“Budget submission”

• mailing to Keith Baillie, Chief Executive Officer, Surf Coast Shire

Council, PO Box 350, Torquay VIC 3228.

Please include your name, address, email and phone number, and

indicate if you would like to address Council at the hearing of

submissions meeting on Tuesday 30 May 2017.

Following the hearing of submissions meeting, Council will adopt the

final budget at a special meeting in June.

A new view at Bells Beach

A low-key timber viewing platform has enhanced the Bells Beach

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Surfing Reserve, providing a natural area to watch the famous break

including the 2017 Rip Curl Pro.

The area - which previously had an old helipad site - has been

improved by the platform, new gravel pathways and 800 indigenous

plants. The project was funded jointly by Council and a donation from

Rip Curl, Surfing Victoria and patrons of the 50th anniversary of the

Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach in 2011. The vegetation was planted as part

of Rip Curl’s Planet Day Program last October.

The works aligned with the Bells Beach Surfing Recreation Reserve

Coastal Management Plan 2015-25 which was developed by Council

in consultation with local communities, user groups and government

agencies. The plan vision is to respect and protect the natural

environment, indigenous heritage and surfing culture of Bells Beach.

With the works completed earlier this year, the area is ideal for

spectators of the 2017 Rip Curl Pro, held Wednesday 12 April to

Monday 24 April. Celebrating its 56th year, the event welcomes the

world’s best male and female surfers who are competing for the prized

bell.

Local cafes, restaurants and venues are supporting the Rip Curl Pro

by streaming the event live and bringing Bells Beach action to people.

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Meanwhile, Council wants to strengthen the development controls

around Bells Beach. A report reviewing the local policy, zoning and

overlays that apply to the Bells Beach Hinterland is being

prepared and is expected to be presented to Council in April. If

Council agrees, authorisation will be sought from the Minister for

Planning to proceed with a planning scheme amendment. 

If Council agrees, the amendment will be put on public exhibition mid-

year and people can provide written submissions. If you would like to

discuss the amendment before the public exhibition period,

please phone 5261 0697 or email [email protected].

Nominate now for Queen’s Baton Relay

Do you know a local legend? You can nominate them to take part in

the Queen’s Baton Relay in the lead-up to the Gold Coast 2018

Commonwealth Games.

Torquay will be one of the towns included on the global Queen’s

Baton Relay route. Surf Coast Shire people are invited to nominate

relay participants. It could be a sports star, a much loved local, a

talented artist or a dedicated community leader.

About 3,800 batonbearers will be selected for the 100-day Australian

Baton journey that visits communities in every state and territory.

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The Queen’s Baton Relay started in London in March. It is travelling

through the entire Commonwealth for 388 days and 230,000

kilometres.

The Relay will start in Australia on Monday 25 December 2017. The

specific Torquay route will be announced later this year.

Nominations for batonbearers close Monday 15 May 2017 and will be

announced in October 2017.

Youth focus

Free mental health courses are empowering people in the Surf Coast

Shire to assist young people with mental illness.

The Surf Coast Youth Development Team is coordinating Youth

Mental Health First Aid courses. It follows last year’s Council youth

survey which identified health and wellbeing of young people as a key

issue.

Course participants learn about signs and symptoms of mental health

conditions and the importance of early detection so the young person

is treated and supported.

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To register your interest in a mental health course, email

[email protected].

National Volunteer Week

Surf Coast Shire is preparing to celebrate the contributions of

volunteers, with National Volunteer Week from 8 May to 14

May.

The theme ‘Give Happy, Live Happy’ continues this year, as research

shows that volunteers live happier and healthier lives.

Organisations across the region will host thank you events during the

week for the generous people who volunteer. Council will celebrate its

volunteers with an afternoon tea on Wednesday 10 May.

Relay For Life

A community effort saw more than $68,000 raised in the 2017 Surf

Coast Relay For Life. More than 500 people in 26 teams participated

in the annual fundraiser for Cancer Council Victoria in March. The

overnight event funds support, prevention and research programs.

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Well done to organisers, participants and people who contributed to

the fundraising tally.

Awards for Excellence

The Fire Game and the Spring Creek Community Panel were

recognised at a prestigious local government awards ceremony.

The interactive and educational board game The Fire Game won gold

at the LGPro Awards for Excellence.

The community panel – which provided valuable input into the Spring

Creek Precinct Structure Plan – received a high commendation for

partnering with the community.

Burning off: important information

The Fire Danger Period ended for the Surf Coast Shire Council on 10

April 2017. Burning off grass, stubble, weeds, undergrowth or other

vegetation is generally permitted outside the Fire Danger Period.

While the end of the FDP indicates there is a decreased fire risk,

people should take precautions when burning off. To ensure fire

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services are aware of your burn, please notify the Emergency

Services Telecommunications Authority on 1800 668 511.

For more information from Council, call 5261 0600 or visit

www.surfcoast.vic.gov.au and click on the My Community tab to

access the Emergencies and Safety page.

PLEASE NOTE: The printed version of Groundswell states the Fire

Danger Period is in place until 1 May 2017. The CFA brought the

finish date ahead after Groundswell went to print.

A safe approach

To make every journey on the road a safe one, it’s useful to know the

impact that speed and fatigue can have.

Following the adoption of the Surf Coast Road Safety Strategy last

year, Council is working towards a future free of deaths and fewer

serious injuries on Surf Coast Shire-managed roads.

The strategy, produced in partnership with VicRoads and Victoria

Police, aligns with the TAC’s Towards Zero campaign.

According to the TAC, fatigue is a common cause of crashes in

Victoria. It slows down reaction time and affects concentration and

decision-making skills. If you feel drowsy, pull over.

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The TAC also explains that travelling above the speed limit and

driving too fast for the conditions are major contributors to the number

of crashes. The higher the speed, the greater the impact – a small

increase in speed can make a big difference in the seriousness of a

crash.

For more information on road safety, visit www.tac.vic.gov.au.

Council’s road safety strategy is available at

www.surfcoast.vic.gov.au/roadsafety.

Taking it to the top: Great Ocean Road

Surf Coast Shire Council Mayor Brian McKiterick has discussed the

importance of the Great Ocean Road with Prime Minister Malcolm

Turnbull in Canberra.

Cr McKiterick was part of the G21 Board Delegation that visited the

nation’s capital in March to discuss regional priorities, including the

Great Ocean Road. Maximising the visitor economy and upgrading of

the iconic stretch has been elevated to a priority project for G21 – a

decision welcomed by Council.

Council’s advocacy priorities were reaffirmed at its March meeting,

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with the Great Ocean Road remaining as a priority.

“We are continuing to push for more funding to be allocated to this

vital road,” Cr McKiterick said. “We know how important it is as a

tourist destination and it’s the lifeline for our local communities.”

Council’s two other advocacy priorities are Towards Environmental

Leadership and Building Our Future. The latter is a commitment to

provide infrastructure and services to meet the needs of the growing

community. Towards Environmental Leadership sees Council and the

community combine to help the environment thrive.

Funding applications with active focus

Two key community projects are being considered for funding in the

federal government’s Building Better Regions Fund.

Council will learn in the coming months whether applications for the

Torquay Active Transport Project and Winchelsea Netball Pavilion

upgrade were successful.

The Torquay Active Transport Project seeks to build key pedestrian

and cycle linkages in the Torquay area. It consists of six sections of

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shared pathways and bicycle lanes totalling 12.9km.

The major pavilion upgrade would result in an improved facility in

Winchelsea that meets Netball Victoria Development Guidelines. It

would provide facilities including changerooms, first aid room, social

area and sheltered viewing area.

Both projects – which sit under the Building Our Future advocacy

priority – would offer health and wellbeing benefits and help build local

economies.

Art space a canvas for local talent

Surf Coast Art Space in Anglesea will continue until at least

September 2017, showcasing the diverse talent of local artists.

The art space – located Shop 2/103 Great Ocean Road – has

welcomed a packed program since launching last October.

St Aidans Painters, Weaver Birds and Friends, Riverlee Arts Group

and Anglesea Art Studios are some of the groups that have exhibited

at the space, which has also welcomed Rachel Power and Elida

Luciarte.

The venue is available for play readings, poetry or performance.

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People who are interested in using the space to showcase their work

can email [email protected].

Save the date for Surf Coast Arts Trail

The 2017 Surf Coast Arts Trail will be held Saturday 12 August and

Sunday 13 August. The event is an opportunity for people to explore

the region’s incredible range of art and gain rare insights into the work

of local artists.

A bold event for International Women’s Day

A bold panel inspired people to share bold ideas at the 2017

International Women’s Day (IWD) event. The March celebration

welcomed more than 130 people to Council Chambers.

Writer and comedian Catherine Deveny led an entertaining panel,

which featured researcher and paralympian Dr Lisa Chaffey, lawyer

and activist Amanda George, Toni McCormack OAM and up-and-

coming Torquay footballer Paris Nigro.

This year’s IWD theme was Be Bold For Change. After hearing from

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the bold panel, guests shared their bold ideas to help achieve gender

parity:

Be unashamedly proud of your achievements.

Change the language.

More events to discuss issues and socialise with others outside

usual groups and networks.

Equal rights/equal pay stickers for all supporting businesses.

Organise non-competitive sporting activities. 

Torquay Town Centre Project

Community consultation will continue in April for the Torquay Town

Centre Project, which attracted a strong response in its initial survey.

People will have another chance to have their say on Wednesday 26

April at a community workshop at Grant Pavilion at 5.30pm.

It follows three engagement activities earlier this year - a stakeholder

workshop, stakeholder walking tour and a community drop-in session.

There was also a community survey which attracted 350 responses.

Main themes that have emerged in the project are:

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Keeping the local feel of the centre and prioritising local

businesses.

Increasing pedestrian safety and amenity, including reconfiguration

of car parking and the introduction of one-way for Gilbert Street.

Increasing community space within the town centre.

Maintenance and lighting improvements within the town centre.

Feedback showed people felt safe in the Gilbert Street precinct; with

many people sharing they would like to use the area more after dark.

For details on the project: www.surfcoastconversations.com.au.

Stribling Reserve Masterplan breaks new ground

The draft Stribling Reserve Masterplan is available for public comment

as a result of the innovative partnership between Lorne community

members and Council.

Lorne community members formed a project group that was a key

voice in planning for the future of the recreation reserve.

As reflected in the proposed masterplan, the group identified three key

areas of improvement for the reserve - female facilities, retaining the

space as a village green, and facilities for current and future sporting

groups.

The masterplan includes short-term and long-term priorities, which are

subject to funding. While the plan covers 10 years, it is a vision for the

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next 30 years.

To have your say, visit www.surfcoastconversations.com.au. Submissions close Sunday 23 April 2017.

Get ready for The Fire Game

The award-winning The Fire Game will be distributed across the Surf

Coast Shire to help communities get fire ready.

The interactive and innovative board game is inspired by local towns,

with players able to put themselves in situations that simulate some of

the real challenges of a bushfire. It supports people to plan ahead,

adapt and be better prepared to make decisions under pressure, in

the event of a bushfire affecting their area.

Stay tuned to find out how you get can your hands on a copy of The

Fire Game, which can be played at home, in schools and at

community facilities and events.

A White Ribbon Workplace

Council has strengthened its commitment to stopping men’s violence

against women, gaining accreditation as a White Ribbon organisation.

As a White Ribbon workplace, it is recognised that Council is taking

steps to stop violence against women. The accreditation is believed to

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be the first of its kind in the G21 region. It aligns with the Council’s

annual White Ribbon Day campaign which stands up, speaks out and

acts to prevent men’s violence against women, and family violence of

any kind.

Being a White Ribbon workplace consolidates Council as a leader in

family violence after developing the ground-breaking Family Violence

Policy in 2010. It was the first Victorian local government to introduce

a family violence policy and provide paid leave to support employees

experiencing domestic violence.

All Aboard for an inclusive community

A community-driven service is offering people with a disability

opportunities to develop new skills and connect with their community.

All Aboard was established by a small group of parents who shared a

vision to create inclusive community options for Surf Coast Shire

teenagers and adults with a disability.

Council contributed funds to assist with the group’s promotion and

marketing, and to purchase material to establish programs.

Members have participated in programs including Free Range Fridays

at The Farmer’s Place in Freshwater Creek and Art and About at the

Salvation Army community facility in Torquay.

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From learning about organic farming to selling their artistic creations

at monthly The Farmer’s Place market – participants are broadening

their skills, increasing their confidence and connecting with fellow

community members. Council is proud to support initiatives such as

All Aboard which promote an inclusive community.

Mapping out accessible options for Winchelsea

Winchelsea has been added to Council’s suite of access maps. The

Winchelsea Access Township Map shows many of the public facilities

and services to visit, and lists the accessibility features for each place.

It highlights accessible features and amenities around the township

such as car parking, sealed pathways, pathway gradients, toilet

locations, public seating, scooter recharge locations and playgrounds.

The Winchelsea Access Township Map will support people who use a

mobility aid to access services and pedestrian routes in Winchelsea. It

supports visitors with a disability and people with prams.

The access maps have been created in partnership with Council’s All

Abilities Advisory Committee and Winchelsea community members to

improve accessibility in the Surf Coast Shire.

Maps are available from the Winchelsea Community House, IGA

Supermarket and Visitor Information Centres throughout the Surf

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Coast Shire. You can also view the access maps on Council website

www.surfcoast.vic.gov.au.

Looking to the future: Winchelsea Common

Potential future uses for the Winchelsea Common have been

confirmed following further consultation with the community.

The Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning (DELWP)

– with Council’s support – welcomed community feedback on a draft

Future Use Plan for the Common in February and March. The plan

recommends the site is primarily used for passive recreation and the

protection of high value native vegetation.

Other potential uses include a perimeter running track, picnic area,

active recreation area and dog off leash area.

The development of the plan is a requirement of the Clean Up Notice

issued to DELWP by the Environment Protection Authority.

The Common is contaminated with lead shot and other materials as a

result of previous shooting operations by the Winchelsea Gun Club.

DELWP has commenced remediation, with work underway to remove

contaminated material, including tyres. The Common will reopen as

soon as it is safe to do so.

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Council will consider the final Future Use Plan at the April Council

meeting. For more information, visit

www.engage.vic.gov.au/winchelsea-common.

Kicking off the season with a new oval

Grenville Oval in the north of Torquay is up and running in its

inaugural season, kicking off a busy period for Banyul-Warri Fields.

As well as the new oval, lights on the neighbouring Polwarth Oval

have been upgraded.

At the start of this year, construction started on a new car park and

access road surrounding Grenville Oval. The $1.56 million facility will

provide an additional 105 car spaces for the community precinct, and

parking bays for people with a disability near the Grant Pavilion. The

car park will have new lighting.

There will also be about 350m of new footpath linking the oval to

Yallock Circuit. Works are expected to be completed mid-year.

Community centre takes shape

Construction of the new Kurrambee Myaring Community Centre in the

north of Torquay continues to progress. A concrete slab has been laid,

structural steel has been erected and framing has started.

The centre will be a valued community space. It will feature a

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kindergarten program, allied health, occasional care, youth services

and spaces available for the public to hire.

Councillors inspected the site in April and were pleased with the

progress.

The community centre is scheduled to open the first term of 2018.

Kinder applications to open

Kinder applications for 2018 are open from Tuesday 18 April, with

people able to apply for Council managed kindergarten programs

online.

Families who submit their form via

www.surfcoast.vic.gov.au/kinder2018 before Friday 30 June 2017

will be considered for the first round of offers for places next year.

Council manages kinder programs at Torquay Kindergarten, Jan Juc

Preschool, Anglesea Kindergarten, Helen Mary Kininmonth Preschool

in Winchelsea and Lorne Kindergarten. Council will also manage

Kurrambee Myaring Community Centre, which is under construction in

Merrijig Drive, Torquay.

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If you have any questions on kinder applications, email

[email protected].

Events calendar

April

1-30 Eat Local Month

www.eatlocalmonth.com.au

25 ANZAC Day services – Anglesea, Lorne, Torquay,

Winchelsea and Modewarre

29 Surf Coast Trek – Aireys Inlet to Torquay

www.givewhereyoulive.com.au

May

6-7 Victorian Surfing Titles – Jan Juc

www.surfingvic.com

7 Victoria Welsh Choir Concert – Aireys Inlet

www.victoriawelshchoir.com.au

13-14 Victorian Junior Surf Titles – Jan Juc

www.surfingvic.com

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15-27 Torquay Theatre Troupe presents: THE LARAMIE

PROJECT - Torquay

20-21 HIF Victorian Longboard Titles- Torquay

www.surfingvic.com

20-21 Great Ocean Road Running Festival - Lorne

www.greatoceanroadrunfest.com.au

26-28 Australian Indigenous Surfing Titles – Bells Beach

www.surfingvic.com

June

1-30 Love Winter in Aireys

www.aireysinlet.org.au

9-12 Anglesea Art & Craft Show

www.angleseaarthouse.com.au

17 Hells Bells – Bells Beach

www.torquayboardriders.org.au

24 Surf Coast Trail Marathon – Fairhaven to Torquay

www.surfcoasttrailmarathon.com.au/trail-running

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July

1-31 Love Winter in Aireys

www.aireysinlet.org.au

Markets and fairs

www.surfcoast.vic.gov.au/markets

April

22, 29 Torquay Farmers Market

May

6, 13, 20, 27 Torquay Farmers Market

7 Bellbrae Mayfair

7 Winchelsea Makers and Growers Market

14 Aireys Inlet Market

June

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3, 10, 17, 24 Torquay Farmers Market

4 Winchelsea Makers and Growers Market

10 Lorne Foreshore Market

11 Aireys Inlet Market

July

1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Torquay Farmers Market

2 Winchelsea Makers and Growers Market